The listing, Attention: HISTORY BUFFS, WHAT ARE THESE MILITARY MEDALS, OPA RED POINT, + ENAMELED metal TASSELS? has ended.
Hi! For once, I have no idea what I have here!
The only thing I know a little of what it is is the
OPA red token. These were given out to servicemen in the military for rations, like bread or flour around the1940's. This is a cool little piece of history. A soldier in world war 2 times used this very token to get food!
The other two items are a true mystery to me. I have owned them since I was 17, so over 10 years. I used to spend a lot of time in local antique shops as a kid instead of shopping at the mall, like a normal girl! ;)
Something about these fascinated me. I have tried to find out more information about these medals and cobalt- enameled metal tassels. The medals have what looks like a headless greek or roman statue on each, with what may be a snake coming up from the feet? They are silver colored, but are not sterling. If you know what these are, I would love to know! Please comment, I have been wondering for over a decade! And, I hope they can find a more appropriate home in your collection. They look out of place in my jewelry box next to the rings and necklaces!
Thank you for your interest.
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